Finding joy and contentment is not always easy. But God has given us a roadmap within his Word. Join me as we dive into what He has to say and learn how to seek out that joy and contentment in all aspects of life.
In today’s culture, where feelings are the governing authority, gratitude is considered crucial. And it should be. But without someone to express gratitude to, it becomes just an empty feeling that goes no further than yourself.
Finding joy in the mundane of everyday life can be….well, mundane. But the truth is, true joy cannot be found in everyday life.
I don’t care who you are, or what your current life stage is, you know what it means to be too busy. When we crowd so many activities, people, and responsibilities into our lives, there is little time or energy left for any sort of joy. Even those things that started out as fun, can choke the enjoyment out of life if we allow them. How can I stop being so busy in life?
A feeling of contentment is something we all desire, but sometimes seems impossible to find. We all have to learn to be content in our circumstances. And just when we think we’ve figured it out, life throws a curve ball that brings the discontentment once again. So, what’s the secret? How do you live a contented life?
Disappointment is one of the most awful feelings in the whole world. There is nothing worse than looking forward to something – an event, a gift, an outcome, and then having your hopes crumble before your eyes. So, what questions should we ask ourselves in order to examine our hearts when feeling disappointed?
Many of us have experienced, or are experiencing, various versions of chronic pain for varying periods of time. In many cases, it doesn’t make sense and there seems to be no explanation.
“Don’t ever pray for patience!” Right? Isn’t that what everybody says? Why do you suppose that is? If the path to patience is so difficult, how in the world can there be joy?
I have long been a shoe girl. For me, I just love the way they look. I love the way my feet feel in them, the many changing designs that they produce, and the fact that I can dress them up for work, or down with a pair of jeans on the weekends. But shouldn’t so much joy be reserved for less materialistic things?
It doesn’t matter how you found yourself in the situation, whether you were laid off, fired, or if you walked out on your own accord, being unemployed (when you’d rather be otherwise) really sucks!
God’s purpose in creating the earth, was as a gift to mankind, who He created for the purpose of glorifying Him. He loved us, so that we would, in turn, love Him. And just like any gift that we receive from a loved one, we should cherish it, care for it, and enjoy it.
Embrace crazy upheavals in your life. Let God teach you through them. Allow Him to provide for you through them. Cling to Him and allow the intimacy and reliance on Him to grow. God will not let it all go to waste.
Unforgiveness is one of the many dangerous seeds in life that has the potential of turning something as simple as a hurt feeling or an imposition into something nasty and damaging.
God is the omnipotent creator of the universe, He raised His own son from the grave, so why is it so hard to trust Him?
Vulnerability absolutely helps you grow. When we are so toughened by a hard outer shell, the Holy Spirit cannot begin His important work.
We’ve been given all we need to cope with Christmas stress within a prophesy naming the One we celebrate at Christmas – Jesus.
Jesus came to abolish the law, observing the Sabbath included. However, the requirement and need to find rest still remains.